Marc Lammers is one of the most respected figures in the international field hockey, renowned for transforming teams into world-class performers and pioneering innovative approaches to leadership, teamwork and high performance. Best known for coaching the Dutch national women’s field hockey team to Olympic success, Marc guided the squad to a silver medal at the Athens Olympic Games and later to Olympic gold in Beijing. His ability to build winning cultures, inspire individuals to exceed expectations and embrace change has made him a highly sought-after motivational speaker for organisations seeking insights into leadership, resilience and sustained success.
Marc’s journey began as an elite player, representing the Dutch national men’s field hockey team in five international competitions and competing for 16 years in the Dutch Major League with Oranje Zwart and ’s-Hertogenbosch. After retiring from playing, he moved into coaching, initially working with youth teams before being appointed assistant coach to the Dutch national women’s team. Shortly before the Women’s Hockey World Cup in Utrecht, he took charge of the Spanish national women’s team and guided them to an impressive fourth-place finish at the Sydney Olympic Games. Soon afterwards, he returned to the Netherlands as head coach of the Dutch women’s national team, leading one of the most successful periods in its history. Later, Marc accepted the challenge of coaching the Belgian national men’s team, helping them achieve a runner-up finish at the European Championship and a top-five finish at the World Championship before retiring from international coaching.
Throughout his career, Marc has become known not only for his coaching achievements but also for sharing his expertise through writing and thought leadership. He is the author of three books: Flow: Van Goed Naar Goud, which explores the principles behind achieving peak performance; Coachen Doe Je Samen, focused on collaboration and team development; and Yes! Een Crisis, which examines how challenges and setbacks can become opportunities for growth and innovation. Through these publications, Marc has established himself as a respected voice on leadership, change management and high performance, extending his influence far beyond the hockey pitch.
As a motivational speaker, Marc draws on decades of experience leading elite athletes through pressure, uncertainty and change. He shares practical lessons on creating high-performing teams, fostering innovation and developing a winning mindset. Combining compelling stories from Olympic competition with proven leadership strategies, Marc inspires audiences to embrace challenges, adapt to changing circumstances and unlock their full potential. His presentations are engaging, insightful and highly relevant for businesses, leaders and teams striving for excellence in competitive environments.
